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The 1964 Olympics Was Pivotal to Postwar Tokyo

The economic and infrastructure rebuilding of postwar Tokyo was nothing short of a miracle. It culminated with being selected to host the 1964 Olympic Games becoming the first Asian country to win the rights to the prestigious sporting event

Althea Gibson's Momentous Achievement — Althea Gibson's Momentous Achievement

She was the first Black athlete—man or woman—to win any major national tennis championship

The Enduring Nostalgia of American Girl Dolls — The Enduring Nostalgia of American Girl Dolls

The beloved line of fictional characters taught children about American history and encouraged them to realize their potential

Black Wall Street's Second Destruction — Black Wall Street's Second Destruction

In the 1960s, construction of four federal highways brought the rebuilt neighborhood of Greenwood's prosperity to an abrupt end

The Fight to Legalize Gay Marriage and Other Books — The Fight to Legalize Gay Marriage and Other Books

These June releases elevate overlooked stories and offer insights on oft-discussed topics

The 1964 Olympics Was Pivotal to Postwar Tokyo — The 1964 Olympics Was Pivotal to Postwar Tokyo

The economic and infrastructure rebuilding of postwar Tokyo was nothing short of a miracle. It culminated with being selected to host the 1964 Olympic Games becoming the first Asian country to win the rights to the prestigious sporting event

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